PlainRecalls
ModerateClass IIOngoing

FDA Drug recall · Reported January 23, 2019

Valsartan tablets USP 320 mg, 90-count bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc., Dayton, NJ 08810. NDC 65862-573-90.

CGMP Deviations: FDA lab confirmed presence an impurity, N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDEA) contained in the API used to manufacture the product above the interim acceptable daily inta…

Recall #
D-0370-2019
Affected scope
20,604 bottles
Initiated
December 31, 2018
Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.
Verify with FDA Drug →
View my saved recalls

Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc. recalled Valsartan tablets USP 320 mg, 90-count bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Aurobindo Phar… - a moderate-severity action.

Valsartan tablets USP 320 mg, 90-count bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Aurobindo Phar… was recalled by Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc. in January 23, 2019. Reason: CGMP Deviations: FDA lab confirmed presence an impurity, N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDEA) contained in the API u…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0370-2019 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Drug recall-CGMP Deviations: FDA lab confirmed presence an impurity, N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDEA) contained in the API u….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
January 23, 2019
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0370-2019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Drug action (record #D-0370-2019) was formally reported on January 23, 2019, with the manufacturer initiating the action on December 31, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of East Windsor, NJ. Federal records list the affected scope as 20,604 bottles.

The documented reason for this recall is: CGMP Deviations: FDA lab confirmed presence an impurity, N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDEA) contained in the API used to manufacture the product above the interim acceptable daily intake level of 0.083 parts per million. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Product was distributed to 25 distributors and Retail Chains who may have further distributed the product throughout the United States.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 5 from FDA Drug - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Drugs & Medications recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 14,287 drugs & medications recalls on record

-50005001,0001,5002,000 2006201220152018202120242026 263
Severity2487872426High severity (most serious)Moderate severityLow severity
Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

20,604 bottles

Related Recalls

6

5 from same agency

Product description

Valsartan tablets USP 320 mg, 90-count bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc., Dayton, NJ 08810. NDC 65862-573-90.

Reason for recall

CGMP Deviations: FDA lab confirmed presence an impurity, N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDEA) contained in the API used to manufacture the product above the interim acceptable daily intake level of 0.083 parts per million.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Drug recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Ongoing
Recall number D-0370-2019
Date reported January 23, 2019
Date initiated December 31, 2018
Recalling firm Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc.
Firm location East Windsor, NJ
Affected scope 20,604 bottles
Distribution Product was distributed to 25 distributors and Retail Chains who may have further distributed the product throughout the United States.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

  • Check the recall number (D-0370-2019) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status with FDA Drug before acting, recall details can be updated.
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Drug record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Valsartan tablets USP 320 mg, 90-count bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc., Dayton, NJ 08810. NDC 65862-573-90.. Recalled by Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc.. Units affected: 20,604 bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
CGMP Deviations: FDA lab confirmed presence an impurity, N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDEA) contained in the API used to manufacture the product above the interim acceptable daily intake level of 0.083 parts per million.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on January 23, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-0370-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Product was distributed to 25 distributors and Retail Chains who may have further distributed the product throughout the United States..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (D-0370-2019) against your product. Visit the official FDA Drug website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

Nearby Recalls in This Category

Other recalls in the same product category, useful for spotting patterns across the same defect class or manufacturer.

Compare this recall with PRED MILD, prednisolone acetate ophthalmic suspension, USP,… →

Browse all Drugs & Medications recalls →

Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Drug, reported January 23, 2019. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.